The 2024 Chess Olympiad in Budapest, Hungary has etched itself into the annals of Indian sports history. In an unprecedented achievement, India secured gold medals in both the men’s and women’s team categories, marking a watershed moment for chess in the country.
Both Indian teams showcased their prowess in the decisive final round:
This dual triumph places India in an elite group, joining only China and the former Soviet Union as nations to have won gold in both categories in a single Olympiad edition.
The men’s team’s gold medal represents a significant leap forward from their previous achievements:
India’s victory was spearheaded by a group of prodigious young players:
The performance of these young stars underscores India’s bright future in chess.
The women’s team’s triumph is particularly significant:
Under coach Abhijit Kunte, the women’s team showcased remarkable consistency:
India’s gold medal quest was inadvertently aided by the United States of America, who held title contenders Kazakhstan to a 2-2 draw. This result solidified the final standings:
India’s success extended beyond individual team performances. The country successfully defended the Gaprindashvili Trophy, awarded to the nation with the best overall performance across both open and women’s sections.
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